From the Maitland Mercury report:
Maitland's internationally acclaimed Steamfest could lose status, if more funds are not channeled into the event.
A Maitland council meeting this week heard how costs for the delivery of the festival have grown substantially in recent years.
A report said increasing costs present a challenge for staff who attempt to continue to deliver a quality product with less funds for activity programming and marketing.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 1 Mar 2017.
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Wednesday, March 1, 2017
Remembering the 1955 Maitland flood
From the Maitland Mercury report:
The 1955 Maitland flood was one of the most severe catastrophes to ever hit the region.
It destroyed thousands of homes as water inundated the city and claimed several lives.
On Wednesday February 23, 1955 heavy rain began falling in the Upper Hunter Valley. This would be the beginning of a horrendous week for the people of Maitland.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 23 Feb 2017.
The 1955 Maitland flood was one of the most severe catastrophes to ever hit the region.
It destroyed thousands of homes as water inundated the city and claimed several lives.
On Wednesday February 23, 1955 heavy rain began falling in the Upper Hunter Valley. This would be the beginning of a horrendous week for the people of Maitland.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 23 Feb 2017.
National Archives content on the Google Cultural Institute
We’re delighted the National Archives now has a selection of curated collection content on the Google Cultural Institute platform.
Initially we have six digital exhibitions, which draw on past Archives’ exhibitions:
• Design 29: creating a capital • Beacons by the Sea • Strike a Pose • Summers Past • Max Dupain on Assignment • Banned.
In future, this will be complemented by other content. In the meantime, take a peek at our exhibitions at Google Cultural Institute.
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History Council of NSW 2017 Awards and Prizes now open
The History Council of NSW is delighted to announce its awards and prizes for 2017 are now open. The History Council of NSW’s program of awards and prizes foster excellence in Australian historical writing, showcase and reward best practice, and advance and promote public understanding and appreciation of history.
The Deen De Bortoli Award for Applied History ($5,000), generously sponsored by De Bortoli Wines – 2017 Nomination form (pdf 221.KB)
The Aboriginal History Prize ($1,000) – 2017 Nomination form (pdf 201.KB)
The Max Kelly Medal ($500), sponsored by Geoffrey Jones – 2017 Nomination form (pdf 155.KB)
ENTRIES CLOSE Friday 31 March 2017
A trip down memory lane for Maitland Show
From the Maitland Mercury report:
Bill Atmore and Janice Blackwell share their experiences at the show.
In days gone by Maitland Show was filled with crowds in their Sunday best.
People came from far and wide to be part of the iconic event, which was a major event on the yearly calendar, and many entered to be part of it.
Ladies entered their needlework and cooking while men entered their farm produce and their animals.
But it was the attire they wore that has long-time show patrons Bill Atmore and Janice Blackwell thinking of the past.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 21 Feb 2017.
Bill Atmore and Janice Blackwell share their experiences at the show.
In days gone by Maitland Show was filled with crowds in their Sunday best.
People came from far and wide to be part of the iconic event, which was a major event on the yearly calendar, and many entered to be part of it.
Ladies entered their needlework and cooking while men entered their farm produce and their animals.
But it was the attire they wore that has long-time show patrons Bill Atmore and Janice Blackwell thinking of the past.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 21 Feb 2017.
Brough and Grossmann House laundry opens
From the Maitland Mercury report:
The final major piece of a Maitland historical site has been restored and will be unveiled to the public this weekend.
The laundry at Grossmann and Brough House might not be as glamorous as the stately Victorian homes it serviced – but those behind the project say it will offer the important historic insights.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 21 Feb 2017.
The final major piece of a Maitland historical site has been restored and will be unveiled to the public this weekend.
The laundry at Grossmann and Brough House might not be as glamorous as the stately Victorian homes it serviced – but those behind the project say it will offer the important historic insights.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 21 Feb 2017.
Search begins for next Maitland Hall of Fame entrant
From the Maitland Mercury report:
There are countless examples of exceptional Maitland residents from throughout the city’s history.
Maitland City Council is calling for people to nominate someone they think worthy of recognition in the city’s new Hall of Fame.
The accolade recognises people who have a strong association with Maitland who have achieved significant prominence in their field.
Nominations for this year’s induction, scheduled to take place in July, are being called for under the category of either academia, arts, business, public service or sport.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 21 Feb 2017.
There are countless examples of exceptional Maitland residents from throughout the city’s history.
Maitland City Council is calling for people to nominate someone they think worthy of recognition in the city’s new Hall of Fame.
The accolade recognises people who have a strong association with Maitland who have achieved significant prominence in their field.
Nominations for this year’s induction, scheduled to take place in July, are being called for under the category of either academia, arts, business, public service or sport.
Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 21 Feb 2017.
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